CW3 File Extension

What is CW3 file?

Full format name of files that use CW3 extension is Claris Works Document. CW3 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. CW3 file format, along with 574 other file formats, belongs to the Document Files category. FileMaker Pro is by far the most used program for working with CW3 files. On the official website of FileMaker, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theFileMaker Pro software, but also about CW3 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support CW3 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support CW3 files. CW3 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with CW3 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening CW3 files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Claris Works Document files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install FileMaker Pro software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CW3 files is that no program that can handle CW3 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download FileMaker Pro and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading FileMaker Pro installed is by going to developer’s website (FileMaker, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of FileMaker Pro and update if needed

You still cannot access CW3 files although FileMaker Pro is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why CW3 files are not compatible with FileMaker Pro. The latest version of FileMaker Pro should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Claris Works Document files with FileMaker Pro

After installing FileMaker Pro (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open CW3 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the CW3 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where FileMaker Pro is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open CW3 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the CW3 file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with CW3 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the CW3 for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the CW3 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the CW3 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the CW3 file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the CW3 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the CW3 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the CW3 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic CW3 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the CW3 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run FileMaker Pro

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with CW3 extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Claris Works Document file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with CW3 files affecting older versions of given software.

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